Associate Director

Austin Fraser; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to lead and advise on transformational programmes across various sectors, including Nuclear, Aviation, and Defence. This role involves managing complex PMOs and guiding diverse teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The company offers a flexible working environment, opportunities for career development, and the chance to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects. If you're passionate about driving change and want to shape the future of infrastructure, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Impactful projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading PMOs within the infrastructure sector.
• Proven ability to manage large, diverse teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transformational PMOs for complex infrastructure projects.
• Conduct PMO maturity assessments and provide strategic advice.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Abilities

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Certifications (APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP, MoP, MSP, PRINCE2)

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director - Programme Advisory

Location: Flexible (Remote/Hybrid Options Available)

Join a Growing Team and Shape the Future of Complex Infrastructure Projects!

We are seeking a talented Associate Director to join our Project & Programme Services (PPS) team. In this exciting role, you'll lead and advise on major transformational programmes across industries like Nuclear, Aviation, Defence, Water, Transportation, and Power & Renewables.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Lead the setup, management, and delivery of transformational PMOs for complex infrastructure projects.
2. Guide large, multi-disciplinary teams and provide strategic advice for PMO transformations, organisational design, and project management.
3. Conduct PMO maturity assessments, offering recommendations for improvement and growth.
4. Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring effective communication across all levels.
5. Work in a collaborative environment to deliver high-quality solutions, driving change and performance improvements.

What We're Looking For:

1. Extensive experience leading and managing PMOs in the infrastructure sector.
2. Proven leadership skills, with a track record of managing large, diverse teams.
3. Expertise in setting up and designing PMOs, including process, system, and governance structures.
4. Strong analytical abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to navigate complex data.
5. Relevant certifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP, MoP, MSP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to adapt to diverse audiences.

Why Join Us:

1. Flexible working: Enjoy the freedom to work remotely or in a hybrid setup.
2. Career development: Take on exciting projects with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
3. Inclusive culture: Be part of an environment that values diversity, health, and well-being.
4. Impactful projects: Contribute to some of the world's most innovative and transformative infrastructure projects.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about driving change in complex programmes and want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of infrastructure, we'd love to have you on our team.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.